Despite the air of uncertainty surrounding the local government election Osun State, the governor, Ademola Adeleke has affirmed that the poll would hold as planned.
Governor Adeleke also stated that the election will hold on Saturday, February 22, 2025 under the umpireship of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSSIEC.
This assertion was made by the governor on Friday while receiving a delegation from a civil society coalition who are in the state to monitor the local government elections.
The governor maintained that voters are prepared to exercise their voting rights on Saturday
He also expressed satisfaction with the level of preparation by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSSIEC, the electoral body.
“Our people are prepared for elections tomorrow. They yearn to have their choices as chairmen and councillors.
“OSSIEC has also done marvelous preparatory job according to reports at my disposal. Several political parties are participating and I believe there will be a level playing ground for all to test their popularity with the masses.”
On the controversy over the election, the governor asserted that democracy is governed by the rule of law and that nobody can assume the authority of the courts.
“My advice to all parties including local and national stakeholders is to abide by democratic norms. As for me and my people, we stand by the rule of law, not illegal self- help.
“Election is going to hold and the outcome will be a fast tracked development at the local level. I urge our people to remain peaceful. Osun is a truly peaceful state”, Governor Adeleke noted.
